Hokule’a Shonan is a small-group diving shop located in the Shonan area of Kanagawa Prefecture.
Quiet harbor towns.
Local coastal scenery.
An ocean that changes with the seasons.
We provide unique ocean experiences for international travelers and foreign residents in Japan, focusing on the Shonan and Izu areas.
Beginners and solo participants are always welcome.
Our small-group approach ensures that each person can enjoy the ocean safely at their own pace.
It's not just about diving in Japan;
it's about making a day by the sea a memorable part of your journey.
Escape the city and enter a beautiful, tranquil blue world.
Why not discover a side of Japan you’ve never seen from beneath the waves?
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[Refresh by diving]
Reset your mind and body in Higashi-Izu and Kawana! 🐢✨
Hello! This is Hokule'a Shonan.
Today, we went diving in the sea of Higashi-Izu and Kawana with two teams!
One team will participate in the fun diving.
On this day, the sea conditions were good and the transparency was outstanding!
We encountered sea turtles and Squid in the Water, and it was 🐢🦑 a very exciting dive
And... What! Some 👏✨ guests celebrated their 100th dive on this day.
Congratulations indeed! We will continue to support an even more wonderful diving life in the future!
The other team is a refresher team.
Even if you are a little worried because you will be diving in yellowtail for a long time, we dived while carefully checking the basic skills so that you can participate with peace of mind.
Some of the guests who participated this time came from overseas, but their skills such as clearing masks were perfect 👌
Even if you have blanks, you can quickly regain your senses by getting used to Water little by little!
Some people say, "Next time, challenge AOW!?"
I'm 🤿 looking forward to seeing more and more growth in the future
There is a to 🙌 everyone who participated
🌈 At Hokule'a Shonan, refresher courses are also available at any time.
"I want to dive into yellowtail for a long time" or "I'm a little unsure but want to start again" are also welcome!
With personalized support, you can enjoy the world of the sea with peace of mind.
Please feel free to contact us 😊
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【Limited Held in】Aged on the seabed!? The "Undersea Wine Tour" will start 🍷🌊
For wine lovers, diving enthusiasts, and curious people who want to experience something a little different.
From Hokule'a Shonan, we would like to introduce an exciting new project.
It's called the "Undersea Wine Tour"!
In fact, it There are a method of Aged wine that is currently attracting worldwide attention.
That is "seabed Aged".
In the sea, there is little change in temperature, no light reaches it, and it is very quiet.
This special environment mellows the taste of the wine and leads to a deeper Traditional Japanese straw raincoat.
This time, a special tour with the experience of actually sinking a wine bottle will be held in in June at the shipwreck Spot of "Shobuzawa" in the southeastern part of the Izu Peninsula!
Six months to a year later, the wine is pulled from the seabed and becomes one of the perfect bottles 🎄✨ for Christmas and special occasion toasts at the end of the year
🌟 This is the attraction of the tour!
The extraordinary and dramatic experience of actually sinking wine to the bottom of the sea
You can enjoy both the beautiful waters and wreck dives of Irisawa
The luxury of "savoring time" to enjoy a change of wine months later
Reliable support with a small number of people. An atmosphere that makes it easy to participate even for the first time
* This dive requires AOW (Advanced Open Water) or higher Sense.
Sense acquisition is well in time.
Why don't you respond to that feeling of "I wanted to try it someday" this summer?
📅 Held in
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
* There are capacity, so please contact us as soon as possible.
🌊 The romance of "making wine Aged in the sea".
Beautiful seas, the mystery of wrecks, and wines that ripen over time.
Everything comes together to create a true "drama of the sea".
Would you like to be the protagonist of a new story this summer?
📩 For reservations and inquiries, please feel free to contact Hokule'a Shonan!
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#ShipwreckWineDive
#ToastFromTheOcean
#HokuleaShonan
#DiveJapan
#UnforgettableUnderwater
#HiddenJapanGems
#BucketListDive
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✨ The mysterious blue Squid spawning season has arrived ✨
From Spring to summer, the drama of life unfolds in the sea.
🌸🌊 From April to June, this season is the spawning season for blue Squid.
It is a precious time to encounter a special sea scene that will remain in your heart "Only now".
The first time I experienced diving was just during the spawning season of this blue Squid.
🦑 Swimming softly in the water, and a silent ritual to connect lives.
I even now remember being overwhelmed and gasping for breath at the mystery of the sea.
The female of the blue Squid is escorted by the male,
At the base of seaweed, in the crevices of corals, and in the spawning beds set up by fishery cooperatives,
Eggs that look like white pearls are carefully laid one by one.
🤍 Its appearance is fantastic, yet somehow ephemeral.
There are males who swim alone.
It is a male whose courtship did not come true.
Under the straightforward instinct of connecting lives, a quiet "choice of life" is taking place in the sea.
🐚 Having finished laying eggs, the female finishes her role and quietly closes her life.
When you witness the moment of "risking your life to connect your life", the back of your chest gradually warms up.
You will be deeply moved by the great power and mystery of the sea.
🏝️ At Hokule'a Shonan, we carefully guide you to the spawning scene of blue Squid unique to this season every year.
Because of the small number of people, we deliver a "sea experience" that you can observe closely.
📷 That atmosphere, that quiet impression that cannot be conveyed by photographs.
Please try it out in Water.
And so that first-timers and those with blanks can participate with peace of mind,
The instructor will support you 💁 ♂️💁 ♀️
🌿 At this time of year, when the water temperature and transparency begin to stabilize, it is ideal for diving.
🌊 A special Impression that you can never experience on land awaits you.
Why don't you go and see the "baton of life" unfolding in the sea together?
The once-in-a-lifetime story of the blue Squid will surely remain deep in ✨ your heart
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#TravelToJapan #JapanBeachLife #DiscoverJapan #HiddenGemsJapan
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🌊✨ Memories 🌊✨ of Iriomote Island Diving Tour
Hello!
This time in Hokule'a Shonan, I went to Iriomote Island!
There is a to everyone who participated.
First of all, the highlight of this tour, the big game!
The manta ray we were looking for swam gracefully right above us, and everyone was very excited about its majestic appearance! The next thing that appeared was a turtle 🐢. They have a strong spirit of service, come close to everyone, and take a commemorative photo perfectly!
In addition, a flock of barracudas will appear at the end!
The thunderstorm ☔️ of the previous day reduced the visibility a little, but I still enjoyed the luxurious scene.
In addition to the big fish, we also observed a variety of corals 🪸, beautiful water channels ☀️ with light, and many macro organisms such as clownfish and nudibranchs. The clownfish even showed off a 😊 trick
Even after diving, we spent a relaxing time at a café and toasted together, making it a very satisfying four days not only at sea but also on land. The time I spent with you was truly a wonderful memory.
⭐️ The next Iriomote Island tour will be
Friday, May 15-18, 2026 Capacity: 8 people
Make your reservation as soon as possible! 😎
🌈 If it's Hokule'a Shonan
There are Accommodation tours every month!
Accommodation tours include more than just diving
There are a lot of things that everyone can enjoy 🙌
Hokule'a Shonan is a dive shop located in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. Under the theme of "Let's embark on a journey to an unseen world!", we deliver the splendor and fun of Nature to everyone through diving. Izu, Okinawa, overseas, etc., we offer more than 300 days of courses and tours a year!
The small number of students is small, so beginners can participate with confidence. We are flexible in responding to your requests, so let's experience a new world of the sea together! 🌈
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🌊✨ In photogenic Shizuura, enjoy ✨📸 the beauty of water
Shizuura in Nishi-Izu is a diving Spot known for its beautiful Water landscapes and calm waters. This time, Hokule'a Shonan Held in a photo tour and divemaster training in Shizuura.
Guests are transformed into water photographers with underwater cameras in their hands. From the fantastic scenery of swaying seaweed to the creatures of the macroscopic world, I captured the moment of my choice.
On the other hand, the members who participated in the divemaster training practiced rope work and honed their safety management skills, and acquired skills while having fun. It was a fulfilling day full of learning and laughter.
🌈 Hokule'a Shonan photo tour is recommended 👇 for people like this
✅ I want to thoroughly enjoy shooting in Water!
✅ I want you to teach me how to use the camera carefully!
✅ I want to leave a beautiful sea world in my memories!
Hokule'a Shonan offers private photo tours for everyone, from beginners to advanced riders. From basic camera operations to composition advice, experienced instructors provide solid support.
📸 You can also request a tailor-made tour according to your wishes!
We can help you improve your diving skills and create special memories. Enjoy a special time just for you in the beautiful sea of Shizuura.
#HokuleaShonan #PhotoDiveTour #ScubaDivingJapan #WestIzuDiving #ShizuuraDiving #DiveMasterTraining #MarineLifePhotography #OceanAdventure #UnderwaterExplorer #OceanMemories #ExploreJapanUnderwater #DiveAndCapture
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🌸 Mother's Day, a special time to 🌸 express gratitude
In the busyness of daily life,
"Thank you" and "I love you"
Thereare things that are difficult to convey honestly.
But today is a special day.
Mother’s Day.
To the mother who gave me many love,
With gratitude for each and every memory,
I want to deliver a warm "thank you" as deep as the sea.
Even on the days when you made delicious rice,
Even on the days when he scolded me gently,
There were days when he hugged me gently.
Everything is a precious memory.
Like the Unfolds of the Sea,
A mother's love is endless.
Stop for a moment today.
Why don't you feel the happiness wrapped in that love?
🌊 Mother's Day, a special time to 🌸 express gratitude
#Hokule'a Shonan
#HokuleaShonan
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🌊 [GW is refreshing at the sea! ] Family refreshment course & fun dive in Kawana] 🌿✨
During this year's Golden Week, Hokule'a Shonan Held in a family refreshment course and fun dive in Kawana, Shizuoka Prefecture! ☀️
The best diving day with a blue sky. 🌞 The sea of Kawana, with its outstanding transparency, was as beautiful as a painting, with schools of sparkling fish in the water and seaweed swaying gracefully creating a fantastic landscape. 🐠🌿
From the moment we entered the sea, everyone was full of smiles. 😊✨
Those who participated in the refresher course were able to enjoy diving for the yellowtail first time in a long time and were able to dive with peace of mind with the careful support of the instructor. Confirm basic skills and practice buoyancy control in water. 🤿✨
Meanwhile, the Fun Dive team enjoyed a calm stroll in the water and enjoyed the charm of Kawana's colorful sea. 🐠🪸
After diving, everyone took a commemorative photo 📸✨
The smiles in the water and the group photo on land remained as special memories.
🌈 [Hokule'a Shonan's Refreshment Course & Fun Dive] 🌈
At Hokule'a Shonan, you can request a family refreshment class or fun dive Anytime!
✅ Those who want to enjoy diving safely for the yellowtail first time in a long time
✅ Those who want to make memories with family and friends
✅ Those who want to relax and enjoy themselves
Dates and dive sites can also be tailored to your wishes. 🌊
📩 Please feel free to contact us to make a reservation for your next refresher course or fun dive.
We look forward to your participation! 🤗✨
👉 For diving Information on Hokule'a Shonan, please see our profile!
#ScubaDivingAdventure #FamilyDivingExperience #RefreshDiveCourse #FunDivingJapan #KawanaDiving #DiscoverUnderwaterWorld #ScubaWithFamily #OceanExploration #DivingInJapan #HokuleaShonan #PADI
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Experience the whole Spring Nature! 🌿🇯🇵
The "blue world" I encountered in Nishi-Izu and Pyeongtaek
The other day, we held in an experience diving and fun dive tour in Pyeongtaek, Nishi-Izu.
On this day, we were blessed with good weather, and it was 🌞 a great day to enjoy the whole Spring Nature
First of all, in the Water, we were greeted by a "seaweed forest" that can only be seen in Only now.
The fantastic scenery of softly swaying seaweed makes you feel as if you have wandered into a fantasy world under water.
The transparency is also high, making it an environment where even first-timers can enjoy diving with peace of mind.
Limited time scenery unique to this time of year will Impression you no matter how many times you see it.
And when I looked up from the water, Mount Fuji 🗻 clearly appeared there
In Nishi-Izu in Spring, when the air is clear, there are many days when Mt. Mount Fuji looks very beautiful, and you can enjoy the luxurious collaboration of diving and Mount Fuji.
It is a unique attraction of this place that you can feel the "Spring of Japan" both in water and on land.
On this day, we also stopped at 🌸 the Nemophila flower garden
The nemophila flowers that spread all over the blue are beautiful 💙🩵 as if they are connected to the color of the sea
Nature gives you the feeling that your mind is naturally aligned by being surrounded by a gradation of blue.
Experience diving at Hokule'a Shonan is held in all year round,
Whether you want to practice slowly in the pool or want to challenge yourself in the sea from the beginning, you can choose 😊 your favorite style
For first-timers, we will give a careful lecture on how to use the equipment, so please feel free to participate.
Why don't you spend time facing yourself while experiencing the Spring Nature and the beauty of the sea?
Surrounded by the "blue" of both the sea and the sky, a relaxing experience awaits ✨ you
#HokuleaShonan #NishiIzuDive #SeaweedForest #MountFujiView #NemophilaSeason #SpringInJapan #DivingExperience #TokyoDayTrip #ScubaDivingJapan
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🌊 Impression experience in 1 hour from Tokyo! Zushi diving 🐠✨, a paradise in the sea
Hello! This is 😊 Hokule'a Shonan
This time, we will introduce the Scene of the diving tour in Zushi, Kanagawa Prefecture!
📍 Zushi is famous as a sightseeing spot, but it is actually a popular Spot for divers.
Due to the intensity of the fish shadow and the good Access, it has Fascination many divers.
We also went diving into the sea of Zushi!
🐟 The shadow of the fish is so dark! It's like a Water Water house
One of the things that surprised me when I entered was the number of fish!
The moment when you are surrounded by sparkling schools of fish is truly a "paradise in the sea" 🏝️✨
The transparency is good, and the light in the water is very fantastic.
Forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city and simply drifting with the fish is a healing moment 🫧 that resets the mind and body
🚗 Excellent Access! Arrive in about 1 hour from Tokyo
Zushi is only 40 minutes by car from Hokule'a Shonan shop (30 seconds walk from the south exit of JR Hiratsuka Station)!
It can be accessed from Tokyo in about 1 hour, so it is 👌 a perfect area for day trip diving
Many ☺️ customers are surprised that there is such a wonderful sea without having to go far
🤿 Safe for beginners! Hokule'a Shonan's Courteous Support
Hokule'a Shonan is Held in a diving tour with a small number of people and beginners welcome!
Experienced instructors will support you firmly.
"It's my first time and I'm anxious..."
"I'm worried that there is a blank ..."
You can ✨ also participate with peace of mind
Let's enjoy the world of the sea in a relaxed atmosphere!
🌟 Summary: Experience your own impression in the sea of Zushi
The intensity of the fish shadows, the beautiful Water middle world, the goodness of the Access
The sea of Zushi is full of 💙 charm that you will want to visit again and again
Why don't you experience your own Impression diving in the Shonan Sea?
All of our staff are looking forward to 😊🌊 your participation
#ZushiDiving #ScubaDivingJapan #DiveNearTokyo #UnderwaterParadise #ColorfulMarineLife #HiddenDiveSpot #OceanLovers #HokuleaShonan #SmallGroupDiving #BeginnerFriendlyDiving
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[Diving in Nishi-Izu and Tago! ] To a blue world with a transparency of more than 15 meters]
Hello! This is 🌸 Hokule'a Shonan
The other day, I went to the popular diving spot "Tago" in Nishi-Izu!
Tago is a particularly popular area in Nishi-Izu, which is known for its rich nature and dynamic terrain. Access is a little far, but it is still understandable that there are many repeat customers who say, "It's worth going!"
The sea on this day was more than 15 meters transparent!
The moment you enter, you can't help but exclaim, "Wow!" at the beauty of the water.
Just swimming in the clear blue sea with sparkling sunlight was a feeling that soothed my heart.
And the highlight is a flock of snapdragons.
Against the rocky backdrop, countless orange fish dance like a blizzard of flowers in the water.
The water temperature was stable, the seaweed was growing, and the "water landscape only just now" was ✨ spreading
At Hokule'a Shonan, we will guide you to diving spots that are "in season now!" at that time of year and on each day.
Of course, the selection of points according to the request and the polite guide with a small number of people are also popular.
Even first-timers and those with blanks can participate 😊 with confidence
"Even if it's a little far away, I want to be healed by seeing the beautiful sea."
"I want to encounter a scenery that can only be seen now."
For such people, Tago diving is highly recommended!
🌟point🌟
✔️ Day trip possible from the suburbs of Tokyo (early morning departure)
✔️ Safe and comfortable diving with a small number of people
✔️ Guided by an experienced instructor
For those who want to be healed by the beauty of the sea, the current Tago no Kai is really recommended!
Let's 🏝 go together and enjoy the view of the sea that you can only meet now
#TagoDiving #NishiIzuDive #ScubaDivingJapan #HiddenGemsOfJapan
#ExploreJapanUnderwater #HokuleaShonan #SmallGroupDiving #DivingNearTokyo #ColorfulReefFish #AnthiasParadise
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